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Is Austin, TX or Springfield, MA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Austin, TX is safer than Springfield, MA (Safety Score 11/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 3,728 for Springfield, MA — 1% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Austin has a 59% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 6.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Austin, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Springfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,728.2 | -18.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 892.7 | -425.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 10.9 | -4.3 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 47.0 | +20.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 209.0 | -123.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 624.5 | -317.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,835.5 | +406.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 313.8 | +131.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,856.7 | +341.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 665.0 | -66.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Springfield, MA?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Springfield safer?
Austin, TX is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 3,728 for Springfield, MA — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Springfield has 892.7. Austin has lower violent crime.
About Austin, TX
Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," is a rapidly growing city in Central Texas. Situated on the Colorado River, it's the state capital and home to a diverse population, including many young professionals drawn to its tech industry. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 984,613, Austin has a total crime rate of 3,709.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Springfield, MA
Springfield, Massachusetts, a city on the Connecticut River, is the "City of Firsts," notably home to the invention of basketball. Its diverse population of over 150,000 residents reflects a rich industrial past and a vibrant present as an economic hub. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 155,491, Springfield has a total crime rate of 3,728.2 per 100,000 residents.